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# Purchase Specialist

- **Company:** Mold Mavericks LLC
- **Location:** Blue Ash, OH, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Epicor ERP, Tools for Reporting
- **Published:** November 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/a2b31aae-0c2d-447c-b7bf-c977529f11a4/purchase-specialist

## About the Role

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong analytical skills who can proactively manage supplier relationships, anticipate shortages, mitigate disruptions, and drive continuous improvement throughout the procurement process. Success in this role directly impacts on-time delivery, production efficiency, customer satisfaction, and company profitability., * Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience considered.
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 * 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or buyer experience within a manufacturing environment.
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 * Experience working within ERP/MRP systems (Epicor).
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 * Strong understanding of purchasing principles, inventory management, and supplier management.
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 * Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
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 * Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
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 * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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## Description

The Purchasing Specialist plays a critical role in ensuring the uninterrupted flow of materials, components, and services necessary to support the manufacture of precision aerospace parts and assemblies. This role goes beyond traditional purchasing activities by serving as a key link between suppliers, production, quality, engineering, and operations to ensure material availability, cost competitiveness, regulatory compliance, and supply chain risk mitigation.